Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). His black hair is well kept and his bushy mustache is tapered upwards at the ends. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is filled with cunning. He likes to feign weakness letting people think he is weak. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Adventurer, Rich, Job, Slave. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 90 pp. Alexandrite (800 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Black star sapphire (700 gp). 1 Breastplate.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man dresses in black turtlenecks beneath a brown coat with blue slacks. He sports a flattop hair cut. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. He is a great chef.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. Ostracized due to the druidic powers of his oldest brother, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Humans became a terror of the countryside. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Opinionated, Gifted. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 2900 sp. Blue star sapphire (800 gp). Iolite (70 gp). Jasper (70 gp).

Description: He wears a simple violet robe with yellow stripes complete with hood. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. His hair is golden and curly. His green eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Confrontational and typically high on some drug or another. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He has decided he is irredeemable; and human compassion

Flaws: Addict, Selfish, Racist. Bonds: Criminal record, Adventurer. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This light-skinned male wears a grey costume with the symbols of magic on his torso. He is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. His brown hair is lengthy. His eyes are likewise brown. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends he is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy himself. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He was granted psionic powers by his dying sister.

Motivation: He is wracked by social anxiety; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Joker, Gifted, Fighting. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: A 5'1" northern man, he wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. He keeps his blonde hair in a pixie cut. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He was always very intelligent and has formed a secret society of specialists.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark.

Ideals: Fighting, Passionate. Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 200 gp.